Course summary
Our MSc Advanced Computer Science with Data Science (January start) gives you the skill set needed in a range of industries. You'll gain an understanding of the new challenges posed by the data revolution, particularly in relation to its modelling, storage and access. Data scientists are in high demand across a number of sectors, as businesses require people with the right combination of technical, analytical and communication skills. (Prospects, 2022). Opportunities for graduates exist in a range of industries such as: finance films and games pharmaceuticals healthcare consumer products public services Our Advanced Computer Science with Data Science Masters gives you the skill set needed. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in recruitment events and meet industry employers such as JP Morgan, Adimo, JWF and more.
Modules
Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues for the Information Society; Information Retrieval; Big Data Tools and Techniques; Advanced Topics in Software Engineering; Deep Learning Theory & Practices; Research Methods, Distributed Information Systems, Machine Learning for Data Analytics, Mobile Software & Applications, Evolutionary Computing for Finance; Research Project, Business Analysis
Assessment method
Methods of assessment and learning: written examinations, formative and summative approaches are taken in different aspects of the course. Written group/individual reports, oral presentations and moderated peer assessment are all included in the course.
Entry requirements
Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or a closely related discipline. Significant programming experience, preferably in a programming language e.g. Python, Java, C++, etc. The majority of modules will use Python. Those with other discipline degrees, who have significant programming experience, should contact us to discuss applying for this course. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5). You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9050 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £9050 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £9050 | Whole course |
| Wales | £9050 | Whole course |
| International | £20650 | Whole course |
| EU | £20650 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/advancedcomputersciencewithdatasciencejanuary/#feesfunding
Sponsorship information
www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ